US Bridges

US 50 West over WV14 a

Fair

Wood County, West Virginia · 0.50 Mile East of Wv 14 · Structure no. 00000000054A213

Built
2003
22 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Concrete Continuous
Length
197 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
5,900
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 50 West over WV14 a is a concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 50 West over WV14 a in Wood County, West Virginia. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 years old, younger than the West Virginia average of 44.7 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 5,900 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,080 by 2039. The structure is 197 ft (60 m) long and 45 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesUS 50 West
CrossesWV14 a
Location0.50 Mile East of Wv 14
RouteU.S. Route 50
CountyWood County
StateWest Virginia
Coordinates39.25602, -81.54671
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating68 US tons
Inventory rating41 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length197 ft (60 m)
Longest span84 ft (25.6 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.6 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,900 (2019)
Projected traffic7,080 by 2039
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$850,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 50 West over WV14 a built?

It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 50 West over WV14 a in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in May 2023.

How much traffic does US 50 West over WV14 a carry?

About 5,900 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is US 50 West over WV14 a?

The structure is 197 ft (60 m) long with a longest span of 84 ft (25.6 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns US 50 West over WV14 a?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.